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SAN DIEGO, Calif. — From fungi to pineapple fiber, a growing number of clothing brands are embracing eco-friendly materials. “I don’t think they have an option. I think consumers are waking up and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Alpaca wool is very popular, but the treatment of the animals and sustainability raise concerns. Photo: Getty Images It is ...

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KNUTSFORD, UNITED KINGDOM - DECEMBER 13: Alpacas graze on a field owned by farmer Khanikhah Guy at her country small holding on December 12, 2007, near the village of Pickmere, Knutsford, England.

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